Leash pulling is one of the most common problems dog owners have to deal with when it's time for a walk. New research suggests it's not just a nuisance, but a massive source of hand and wrist ...

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Dogs who haven’t received proper leash walking training may stop in the middle of a walk, especially when they feel resistance from the leash or collar. This reaction often stems from a dog’s natural ...

Dog trainers spend their days reading dog behavior like a second language. They’ve seen every leash tug, missed cue, and ...

Teaching your dog to walk on a leash not only makes walks more pleasant, it increases your dog's chance of getting out of the house and exercising. Kelly Anderson, animal care manager at the ...

Kenna Bishop, owner of Maligator Kennels and her dog Shadow, joined us with some leash tips when walking your dog. She says there are two key commands to remember: "Let's Go" and "Heal".

When the dog reached the end of the leash, the snap broke off, bounced back, and hit her in the eye. After several surgeries, the vision was restored (2), but she never regained normal use of the eye.

The AKC says not to punish your dog for lunging on a leash because that will likely exacerbate the problem. Your dog will associate the punishment with the other person, dog, or object, which can ...

If you’ve ever had a puppy, you probably remember what it was like to teach them how to walk. Walking on a leash takes some getting used to for them. They don’t just...move on command while ...

For example, a dual-handle leash may be best for you if your dog has a tendency to get tangled in their leash, as it can help provide more control as you walk.